2016 Candidate Interview State Rep. Robert Wittenberg (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 15, 2016) Oak Park, MI – Democratic incumbent Robert Wittenberg is the State Representative for the 27th District, representing Berkley, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, Hazel Park, and Royal Oak Township. He is running for re-election on the Nov. 8, 2016 ballot. …
HallowMead at B. Nektar in Ferndale Oct. 29 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – B. Nektar We are hosting a PARTY in our Taproom to celebrate the release of Devil’s Juice and Don’t Fear The Carolina Reaper! -Costume Contests -Foodtruck -Raffles -Fun -Creepy things Costumes are recommended and prizes for the best costume will be up…
New Way Bar Hosting MELT Gourmet Toasties Food Truck Oct. 21-22 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – New Way Bar at 23130 Woodward will be welcoming MELT Gourmet Toastes on Oct 21 and 22 at 7pm. “Melt, the new gourmet grilled cheese food truck of Metro Detroit will be hosting a pop-up menu featuring a taste…
15 Pictures from the Ferndale Hilton Fall Festival 2016 (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 11, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The changing of the seasons is the perfect time for donning costumes and going on a quest for candy, hayrides, pony rides, games and other adventure. The Hilton Fall Festival is Ferndale’s version of trick or treat…
Video Shows Peeping Tom Suspect in Ferndale (Lt. William Wilson, Ferndale Police, Oct. 6, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale Police are looking for a “Peeping Tom” who has been plaguing a neighborhood near Martin Rd. Park for the last month, particularly at the house of one particular woman. His image has been caught on private…
State Superintendent’s Hazel Park Visit Focused on Students (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 5, 2016) Hazel Park, MI – State Superintendent Brian Whiston has been on the job for just over a year. And though he has a lot of administrative work to do, he takes time to visit students across the state to hear from…
Ferndale Homecoming Parade, Tailgate and Game Oct. 7 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – You’re Invited! 3rd annual Ferndale High School Homecoming parade and tailgate! Friday, October 7th, 5pm! This year’s theme is the “Roaring 20’s”! The parade begins at 5pm at the corner of Planavon and 9 Mile road. It will proceed west down…
Ferndale Voters Have Write-In Options for Library and School Boards (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 6, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Looking at the ballot for Ferndale Public Library Board of Trustees, voters may notice there are six names running for seven seats. Mary Riegle has registered with the Clerk’s Office to be an official write-in candidate…
Crowd at Chazzano’s Celebrates Gilmore Girls with Luke’s Diner Takeover (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 5, 2016) Ferndale, MI – According to Katelyn Moore and Olivia Demarco of Hazel Park, the best part of Gilmore Girls is Luke’s Diner. Demarco says it’s because “Luke is a hottie.” But Moore said that it’s really the perfect setting…
Man Crushed While Tearing Down Storage Tank in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 4, 2016) Ferndale, MI – A demolition worker is hospitalized after an industrial-sized storage tank buckled and pinned him between the tank and a tank that was next to it. The accident happened at a vacant Polar Chemical site at Wolcott and…
Reporter Food: Mac & Cheese Pulled Pork Pasty at M-Brew (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 4, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Let’s say you need someplace to work that is cozy with good internet, often has other people working, and has a nice selection of comfort food. One such place is M-Brew in Downtown Ferndale (177 Vester…
2016 Candidate Interview: Jackie Hart and Mike Davisson for Ferndale School Board (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 3, 2016) Ferndale, MI – There are two positions on the Ferndale School Board this Nov. 8 Election, and there are two people running for them. Though their election is presumptive, the oc115 still wanted to give candidates Jackie…
Ferndale Library Explores Salem Witch Trials Oct. 27 (EVENT page) FERNDALE, MI – Get into the Halloween spirit with this enlightening new program on witchcraft at the Ferndale Area District Library on Thu, Oct 27. We often throw around the phrase “mass hysteria,” but the earliest and most memorable legitimate occurrence in American History has…
Harvest Party at Good Neighbor Garden in Ferndale Oct. 8 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Harvest Party at Good Neighbor Garden Oct. 8 11am to 2pm Join us for our annual Harvest Party! This year promises to be the biggest and most fun ever with crafts, workshops, games, and free gifts (while supplies last).…
15 Things to Love at Candle Wick Shop in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 10, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The Candle Wick Shop in Ferndale has been a longtime sponsor of the Oakland County 115 News and we’re happy to bring you 15 things to love from their store. Since moving to the ground level…
Records Show Health Dept. Violations that Closed Down Como’s (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 1, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Closing down restaurants due to violations is rare, but according to Oakland County Health Department reports obtained through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, Ferndale bar and restaurant Como’s (22812 Woodward) had years of repeat health…
Ferndale Chamber Annual Gala Nov. 10 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – You are cordially invited to the Ferndale Area Chamber of Commerce biggest event of the year 2016 Annual Gala November 10, 2016 6:00pm – 9:00pm The Rust Belt Market Join us for an exceptional evening to honor our local businesses at the biggest Chamber event of…
Ferndale: Affirmations Fall Fling Oct. 8 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – A celebration of metro Detroit’s LGBTQ community and its allies, Fall Fling 2016 will feature live entertainment, cocktails, delicious hors d’oeuvres and desserts. The event will be held inside Affirmations 17,000 square foot state of the art Allan Gilmour and Eric Jirgens Community…
–MML #6 – State Helps Communities Become Redevelopment Ready (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 29, 2016) Mackinac Island, MI – Change in communities happens in one of two ways, either with thoughtful planning or by chaos. Across the state there are communities on the cusp of recovering from the recession of the past decade, and those…
Ferndale Seniors Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Oct. 18 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale Seniors Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Tuesday, Oct. 18 5-7pm at Ferndale Recreation 1201 Livernois, Ferndale, MI 48220 Fee for 13 up to 54 years old: $10.00 Fee for 4 up to 12 years old: $5.00 Fee for 55 or more years old: $7.00 …